RV camping near Collierville, Tennessee offers convenient access to Memphis attractions while providing comfortable accommodations within a 20-30 minute drive. The area sits at approximately 381 feet above sea level in the Mississippi River floodplain, creating a mix of terrain from open fields to wooded areas. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity, while winter nights can drop below freezing.
What to do
Riverfront relaxation: At Tom Sawyer's RV Park, visitors can enjoy unique Mississippi River activities. "Tugboats pushed barges against the current at a slower than walking pace. Trees with root balls intact floated downstream," notes Greg S. Campers can climb on huge logs and explore the river bank when water levels permit.
Farmers market shopping: The Agricenter hosts a local market where RV campers can purchase fresh produce and plants. "There is a Farmers Market on site. Picked up some fruits and plants before heading out," says Laurie, who stayed at the Agricenter RV Park.
Memphis music exploration: RV parks provide access to Memphis music landmarks. "If you are Elvis fans then you will love the proximity to Graceland," explains Jeremy H. about Graceland RV Park & Campground. The pink Cadillac limo ride to nearby restaurants adds to the experience: "Our children loved this opportunity."
What campers like
Mississippi River views: Watching river traffic ranks high among visitor experiences. "As I sat on the bench with my sons at dusk looking out across the mighty miss, the condition of the campground wasn't on my mind," shares Greg S. at Tom Sawyer's RV Park. Another camper mentions "watching the barges go up and down the river" as a highlight.
Security measures: Safety considerations matter to campers visiting the Memphis area. Graceland RV Park offers "24/7 security," according to Renee H. Similarly, at EZ Daze RV Park, campers appreciate the "code to the bathrooms, which is appreciated especially as the park is located in a business area."
Modern facilities: Clean shower and laundry facilities make extended stays more comfortable. At EZ Daze, Karen notes, "very clean bathrooms and showers. They have two regular shower stalls which are extremely shallow and one ADA stall with pull down bench." Some parks even offer "free laundry facilities" according to a Tom Sawyer's RV Park visitor.
What you should know
Seasonal flooding concerns: The Mississippi River can affect campground availability. "Only problem is if the river is over its banks, then the campground is closed," explains Christine U. about Tom Sawyer's RV Park. "We had to keep checking to see if the river was down, campground was cleaned up and open."
Varying site conditions: Quality and maintenance differ significantly between RV campgrounds near Collierville. Karen at EZ Daze noted, "Asphalt in front of office in extremely bad condition so be careful as you drive through." At Agricenter International RV Park, one camper warned about drainage: "when it rains you are in a swamp."
Airport noise: Some campgrounds experience flight path disturbances. At Southaven RV Park, Thomas R. reports: "Incoming flights to Memphis start flying overhead at 4:15 am. They take a direct path over top of this park. They haven't stopped flying in every few minutes or so since then."
Tips for camping with families
Dog-friendly areas: Most campgrounds welcome pets with designated exercise spaces. At EZ Daze RV Park, andrew notes, "The Dog Run is a huge area," making it suitable for families with four-legged members.
Playground options: Quality of children's facilities varies between parks. At Graceland RV Park, one camper mentioned the campground has "a swimming pool, playground and more." However, at another park, Claire M. warned that the "playground is scary."
Recreation activities: Agricenter RV Park offers access to extensive outdoor recreation. "This park is in a part of Shelby Farms Park which is a 4,500 acres of lakes, bike and running trails, playgrounds and so much more," explains Melisa J. "The park also has plenty of events to keep you entertained. And, there are bison!!"
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Choose sites based on your specific needs. At Graceland RV Park & Campground, Emily B. notes: "Sites a very close together and hardly any trees or shade. More for someone who wants to go 'camping' and stay in their camper the whole time."
Power concerns: Some RVers report electrical issues at certain campgrounds. At EZ Daze RV Park, andrew experienced problems: "We spoke to the office and moved spots, but received and E1 code error again. I took a chance and ran my unit without the protector. I tried it on another pedestal in the morning and received an E2 error code."
Big rig accessibility: While many parks claim to be big-rig friendly, access conditions vary. At Midway RV Park, spaces are described as having "a lot of space in between sites, concrete pads, grassy and quiet." Other parks may have tighter spacing that limits maneuverability.
